Latihan Soal TKA Narrative Text

The Clever Farmer

Once upon a time, there was a poor but clever farmer who lived in a small village. One day, he found a sack of gold coins on the road. Instead of keeping it, he brought it to the village chief to find the owner. The village chief praised his honesty and told him that the coins belonged to a rich merchant who had lost them a few days ago.

The next day, the merchant came to take the coins. But when he saw the full sack, he said, “My sack had more coins than this. You must have taken some!” The farmer was surprised and insisted that he hadn’t taken anything. The case was brought to the village chief.

The chief thought for a moment and said, “If your sack had more coins, then this must not be your sack. So, we will wait until someone claims this sack with the correct number of coins.” The merchant was embarrassed and quickly admitted he had lied. The chief gave the coins back to the honest farmer as a reward for his truthfulness.

What can we learn about the farmer from the beginning of the story?

• A. He was rich and generous.

• B. He liked to argue with merchants.

• C. He was honest and responsible.

• D. He used tricks to get money.

• E. He worked for the village chief.

Answer explanation

Jawaban: C

Soal menguji kemampuan menyusun ulang informasi eksplisit dari paragraf pertama.

The Clever Farmer

Once upon a time, there was a poor but clever farmer who lived in a small village. One day, he found a sack of gold coins on the road. Instead of keeping it, he brought it to the village chief to find the owner. The village chief praised his honesty and told him that the coins belonged to a rich merchant who had lost them a few days ago.

The next day, the merchant came to take the coins. But when he saw the full sack, he said, “My sack had more coins than this. You must have taken some!” The farmer was surprised and insisted that he hadn’t taken anything. The case was brought to the village chief.

The chief thought for a moment and said, “If your sack had more coins, then this must not be your sack. So, we will wait until someone claims this sack with the correct number of coins.” The merchant was embarrassed and quickly admitted he had lied. The chief gave the coins back to the honest farmer as a reward for his truthfulness.

What was the problem in the story?

• A. The village chief stole the sack of coins.

• B. The merchant accused the farmer of being dishonest.

• C. The farmer wanted to keep the gold coins.

• D. The coins were lost again by the merchant.

• E. The chief did not want to help solve the case.

Answer explanation

Jawaban: B

Soal ini menuntut siswa memahami dan menyajikan kembali konflik utama secara eksplisit.

The Clever Farmer

Once upon a time, there was a poor but clever farmer who lived in a small village. One day, he found a sack of gold coins on the road. Instead of keeping it, he brought it to the village chief to find the owner. The village chief praised his honesty and told him that the coins belonged to a rich merchant who had lost them a few days ago.

The next day, the merchant came to take the coins. But when he saw the full sack, he said, “My sack had more coins than this. You must have taken some!” The farmer was surprised and insisted that he hadn’t taken anything. The case was brought to the village chief.

The chief thought for a moment and said, “If your sack had more coins, then this must not be your sack. So, we will wait until someone claims this sack with the correct number of coins.” The merchant was embarrassed and quickly admitted he had lied. The chief gave the coins back to the honest farmer as a reward for his truthfulness.

What did the village chief do to solve the conflict?

• A. He gave the sack to the merchant without question.

• B. He asked the farmer to count the coins again.

• C. He created a wise reason to test the merchant’s honesty.

• D. He punished both the farmer and the merchant.

• E. He took the coins for himself.

Answer explanation

Jawaban: C

Soal menguji pengelompokan dan penyajian kembali tindakan tokoh secara eksplisit dari paragraf ketiga.

The Two Seeds

Once, two seeds lay side by side in the fertile spring soil.

The first seed said, "I want to grow! I want to send my roots deep into the soil and push my sprouts through the earth’s crust. I want to feel the sun’s warmth on my face and the morning dew on my petals!"

So she grew.

The second seed said, "I am afraid. If I send my roots into the ground, I don’t know what I’ll encounter. If I try to push through the soil, I might damage my sprout. What if a bird tries to eat me? No, it’s better to wait until it feels safer." So she waited. A few days later, a bird, searching for food, saw the waiting seed and quickly ate it.

What can be inferred about the second seed’s personality?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. She is cautious and fearful of the unknown.

• B. She lacks courage to take chances in life.

• C. She is patient and strategic in her decisions.

• D. She believes growth can be dangerous.

• E. She plans to grow when the time is right.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, B, D.

A dan B tampak dari alasan ia tidak mau tumbuh karena takut.

D: Ia melihat pertumbuhan sebagai sesuatu yang berisiko.

The Two Seeds

Once, two seeds lay side by side in the fertile spring soil.

The first seed said, "I want to grow! I want to send my roots deep into the soil and push my sprouts through the earth’s crust. I want to feel the sun’s warmth on my face and the morning dew on my petals!"

So she grew.

The second seed said, "I am afraid. If I send my roots into the ground, I don’t know what I’ll encounter. If I try to push through the soil, I might damage my sprout. What if a bird tries to eat me? No, it’s better to wait until it feels safer." So she waited. A few days later, a bird, searching for food, saw the waiting seed and quickly ate it.

What lessons can readers infer from the story?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. Taking risks can lead to growth and reward.

• B. Fear can prevent someone from reaching their potential.

• C. Waiting too long can sometimes lead to missed opportunities.

• D. Caution always leads to safety.

• E. Everyone grows at their own pace.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, B, C.

A–C merupakan pesan moral yang tersirat dari cerita.

D salah karena kehati-hatian justru membuat benih dimakan.

E tidak relevan dengan akibat yang ditunjukkan cerita.

The Two Seeds

Once, two seeds lay side by side in the fertile spring soil.

The first seed said, "I want to grow! I want to send my roots deep into the soil and push my sprouts through the earth’s crust. I want to feel the sun’s warmth on my face and the morning dew on my petals!"

So she grew.

The second seed said, "I am afraid. If I send my roots into the ground, I don’t know what I’ll encounter. If I try to push through the soil, I might damage my sprout. What if a bird tries to eat me? No, it’s better to wait until it feels safer." So she waited. A few days later, a bird, searching for food, saw the waiting seed and quickly ate it.

What contrasts can be inferred between the two seeds?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. One is brave, the other is hesitant.

• B. One grows, the other gets eaten.

• C. One seeks comfort, the other seeks growth.

• D. Both seeds are uncertain about their future.

• E. Both seeds grow at the same time but in different ways.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, B, C.

A–C: Kontras karakter dan hasil tindakan masing-masing.

D tidak sepenuhnya benar, hanya satu yang ragu.

E salah karena hanya satu yang tumbuh.

The Broken Violin

There was once a boy named Elan who lived in a quiet town surrounded by hills. He loved music more than anything in the world. His father had given him an old violin, worn with time but still able to sing beautifully in Elan’s hands.

Every evening, Elan would sit by the window and play. People passing by would stop and listen. The music made the town feel alive—like it was breathing through Elan’s strings. But one day, a strong wind blew the window shut while Elan was playing. The violin slipped and broke.

Heartbroken, Elan stopped playing. The streets were silent. The neighbors missed the music but didn’t know how to help. One morning, a group of villagers came to Elan’s house. Each of them brought a piece of old wood, strings, or tools. Together, they built him a new violin not as beautiful, but made with care and love.

When Elan played the new violin, it didn’t sound perfect. But the feeling was deeper, fuller. The town was alive again, not just with music but with hope.

Which statements best describe Elan’s emotional journey in the story?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. He felt deep sadness when he lost something precious.

• B. He was angry at the villagers for not helping sooner.

• C. He learned to value the support of the community.

• D. He gave up on music permanently after the accident.

• E. He found new meaning in imperfect beauty.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, C, E.

Penjelasan:

A. Benar – Elan merasa hancur hatinya ketika biolanya rusak. Ini menggambarkan kesedihan yang mendalam karena kehilangan sesuatu yang sangat berharga.

B. Salah – Tidak ada indikasi dalam teks bahwa Elan marah kepada siapa pun, termasuk warga desa.

C. Benar – Ia tidak kembali bermain sampai warga desa membantunya. Ini menunjukkan bahwa ia belajar menghargai kebersamaan dan dukungan mereka.

D. Salah – Elan berhenti sementara, tapi akhirnya kembali bermain setelah menerima biola baru.

E. Benar – Meskipun suara biola baru tidak sempurna, Elan merasa permainan musiknya menjadi lebih dalam dan bermakna.

The Broken Violin

There was once a boy named Elan who lived in a quiet town surrounded by hills. He loved music more than anything in the world. His father had given him an old violin, worn with time but still able to sing beautifully in Elan’s hands.

Every evening, Elan would sit by the window and play. People passing by would stop and listen. The music made the town feel alive like it was breathing through Elan’s strings. But one day, a strong wind blew the window shut while Elan was playing. The violin slipped and broke.

Heartbroken, Elan stopped playing. The streets were silent. The neighbors missed the music but didn’t know how to help. One morning, a group of villagers came to Elan’s house. Each of them brought a piece of old wood, strings, or tools. Together, they built him a new violin not as beautiful, but made with care and love.

When Elan played the new violin, it didn’t sound perfect. But the feeling was deeper, fuller. The town was alive again, not just with music but with hope.

Which of the following messages are conveyed through the story?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. True beauty lies in shared effort and care.

• B. A community’s love can heal emotional wounds.

• C. Perfect sound matters more than feelings in music.

• D. One can find hope even after loss.

• E. Music is only valuable when played by professionals.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, B, D.

Penjelasan:

A. Benar – Biola baru tidak sempurna, tapi penuh makna karena dibuat bersama-sama oleh warga.

B. Benar – Warga desa berkontribusi membangkitkan semangat Elan kembali, menyembuhkan luka emosionalnya.

C. Salah – Justru sebaliknya, penekanan cerita ada pada nilai emosional, bukan teknis atau kesempurnaan suara.

D. Benar – Cerita menunjukkan bahwa meski kehilangan, Elan menemukan harapan melalui dukungan dan cinta.

E. Salah – Elan adalah anak biasa, bukan profesional. Namun musiknya tetap bernilai dan bermakna bagi komunitas.

The Broken Violin

There was once a boy named Elan who lived in a quiet town surrounded by hills. He loved music more than anything in the world. His father had given him an old violin, worn with time but still able to sing beautifully in Elan’s hands.

Every evening, Elan would sit by the window and play. People passing by would stop and listen. The music made the town feel alive like it was breathing through Elan’s strings. But one day, a strong wind blew the window shut while Elan was playing. The violin slipped and broke.

Heartbroken, Elan stopped playing. The streets were silent. The neighbors missed the music but didn’t know how to help. One morning, a group of villagers came to Elan’s house. Each of them brought a piece of old wood, strings, or tools. Together, they built him a new violin not as beautiful, but made with care and love.

When Elan played the new violin, it didn’t sound perfect. But the feeling was deeper, fuller. The town was alive again, not just with music but with hope.

Which elements make the story emotionally powerful and aesthetically engaging?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. The contrast between silence and music.

• B. The magical setting with imaginary creatures.

• C. The symbolism of the broken and rebuilt violin.

• D. The simplicity of the language that evokes strong emotions.

• E. The unpredictable plot twist involving betrayal.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, C, D.

Penjelasan:

A. Benar – Kontras antara suasana kota yang hidup saat musik dimainkan dan kesunyian saat musik berhenti menambah kekuatan emosional.

B. Salah – Setting cerita realistis, tidak ada unsur magis atau makhluk imajinatif.

C. Benar – Biola melambangkan harapan, cinta, dan kerja sama. Simbolisme ini memperkuat daya tarik estetis cerita.

D. Benar – Bahasa yang sederhana tapi menyentuh memungkinkan pembaca untuk terhubung emosional dengan cerita.

E. Salah – Tidak ada plot twist atau pengkhianatan dalam cerita ini.

The Broken Violin

There was once a boy named Elan who lived in a quiet town surrounded by hills. He loved music more than anything in the world. His father had given him an old violin, worn with time but still able to sing beautifully in Elan’s hands.

Every evening, Elan would sit by the window and play. People passing by would stop and listen. The music made the town feel alive like it was breathing through Elan’s strings. But one day, a strong wind blew the window shut while Elan was playing. The violin slipped and broke.

Heartbroken, Elan stopped playing. The streets were silent. The neighbors missed the music but didn’t know how to help. One morning, a group of villagers came to Elan’s house. Each of them brought a piece of old wood, strings, or tools. Together, they built him a new violin not as beautiful, but made with care and love.

When Elan played the new violin, it didn’t sound perfect. But the feeling was deeper, fuller. The town was alive again, not just with music but with hope.

How does the author use language to influence readers’ feelings?

(More than one correct answer)

• A. Through descriptive phrases like “sing beautifully” and “made the town feel alive.”

• B. By focusing on the technical aspects of violin making.

• C. By using emotional contrasts between joy and loss.

• D. Through personification such as “the town was alive again.”

• E. By avoiding emotional words to keep the story neutral.

Answer explanation

Jawaban benar: A, C, D.

Penjelasan:

A. Benar – Frasa deskriptif menambah kekuatan visual dan emosional cerita.

B. Salah – Fokus cerita bukan pada aspek teknis, tapi pada nilai emosional dan sosial.

C. Benar – Kontras antara kebahagiaan saat bermain musik dan kesedihan ketika kehilangan biola memperdalam dampak emosional.

D. Benar – Personifikasi seperti “the town was alive again” membuat cerita lebih hidup dan membangun imajinasi pembaca.

E. Salah – Cerita justru sarat dengan ekspresi emosional, tidak netral.